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Glycine Combat SubvsGrand Seiko SBGP015

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Combat Sub
GlycineCombat Sub
MSRP $895
SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Combat Sub40mm
SBGP01540mm
Power Reserve
Combat Sub
SBGP01540h
Water Resistance
Combat Sub200m
SBGP015200m
MSRP
Combat Sub$895
SBGP015$3,800

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11.15mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
515
9F85
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$3,800

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Glycine Combat Sub

The Glycine Combat Sub is widely praised for its exceptional thinness, with multiple sources highlighting its sub-11mm case height and comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. Owners appreciate its unique, non-homage aesthetic, refined finishing, and excellent value for money. Specific positive notes include a buttery smooth bezel action, tasteful indices, crisp font, and a matching date wheel. Accuracy is reported to rival COSC standards by one owner, and durability is noted as exceptional. However, some owners report inconsistent power reserve and sub-par lume that is difficult to read in low light. On balance, owners and community members rate the Glycine Combat Sub highly for its slim profile and unique design at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and comfortable wearability are praised. The bezel action received criticism for having slight play and a less-than-satisfying click.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

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